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Recap Hecklers, chucklefuckers, and the best comedy show ever: The A.V. Club at Just For Laughs 2012

150 comedians invade Chicago for six days of hilarity.

June 18, 2012 | 4:00pm -
Interview Matt Braunger

The comedian and Shovel Fighter on his TV appearances, hilarious friends, and why he’ll probably always put his albums out on vinyl.

June 13, 2012 | 12:00pm -
Interview Ped Crossing’s Paul Thomas

The creator of a provocative web series on goofy characters, modern taboos, and Wile E. Coyote.

February 20, 2012 | 12:00am -
Interview Pete Holmes

The comedian on his work as the voice of the E-Trade Baby, his role as an occasional cartoonist for the New Yorker, and the hefty thought that goes into his decidedly goofy stand-up.

January 26, 2012 | 12:00am -
Interview Talking smack with the United States of Improv

Kentucky, Vermont, Ohio, and South Carolina are all out to get each other.

January 20, 2012 | 12:05pm -
Interview Jodi Lennon

The Chicago scene veteran on her film, Marc Maron: The Voice Of Something.

November 3, 2011 | 12:00pm -
Interview Maps & Atlases’ Dave Davison and Erin Elders

Before the band’s show this weekend, we just had to know what other acts the members dig the most.

September 30, 2011 | 1:00am -
Interview Cameron Esposito on great mullets throughout history

The local comic explores the roots of her hairstyle.

August 4, 2011 | 11:40am -
Interview Hannibal Buress

The comedian on 30 Rock, juggalos, and Scottie Pippen’s stand-up career.

July 7, 2011 | 12:00am -
Interview Stuart Braithwaite of Mogwai

A chat with the influential instrumental rocker.

May 16, 2011 | 12:00am -
Interview Jesse Thorn of The Sound Of Young America and Jordan, Jesse Go!

The podcast host, men’s fashion blogger, volunteer, and comedian on his many, many projects.

April 12, 2011 | 12:00pm -